Chapter 5: The Water Control Technique
One is in the sky, the other is on the ground, and there is no basis for comparison
The Zhu family has a deep-rooted foundation in Ziyun Town; however, the situation of the three-way stalemate has existed for a long time. My father told me that it is very easy for the heads of other small families to obtain the position of Ge Lao, as long as they have the support of the three major families. However, for the members of the three major families to attain the position of Wei Ying Ge Lao is as difficult as ascending to the heavens. To break this deadlock, it is necessary to suppress the two major families with the strength of one family. The Zhu family is still not strong enough, and the sect will not allow the balance of Ziyun Town to be disrupted.
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Lu Hang's response left Zhu Fuqin momentarily stunned, but she soon nodded with great interest and turned to leave
Due to the oath, I am unable to impart the techniques of the Xuanxin Sect to you. However, over the years, my Zhu family has held numerous auctions and has intercepted quite a few secrets of martial arts, which will be more than sufficient to assist you in becoming a cultivator
Rest assured, I will not bind you for too long. My goal is to unite all the cultivators of Ziyun Town and then head to Xuanxin Sect for dedicated cultivation. The Zhu residence must become a stable rear base supplying me with resources. Once that day arrives, you may choose to stay or leave as you wish
You come with me
The last sentence echoed in his ears, leaving Lu Hang utterly shocked.
Indeed, it is quite interesting
What does this have to do with me
Do you know where I went just now when I left
Lu Hang had a strange expression as he thought, yet he did not dare to conceal it again—lying to a cultivator is not a good idea
As the army aviation lifted its legs to follow, Green E was left in place, stunned and envious.
Zhu Fuqin's reaction was indifferent; in fact, this answer had long been learned from his senior brother. He merely wanted to confirm whether this fellow was truly as intelligent as rumored.
In a moment of contemplation, the young lady changed her tone and said, "Those who have been to the Xuanxin Sect know how insignificant Ziyun Town is. The three major families are stagnant and will eventually be obliterated beneath the beasts of the wild world. My senior brother warned me that the Zhu family has been entrenched in rigid thinking for too long. If we want to achieve something, we must break all the old conventions, establish a new order, and cultivate our own strength. I hope... you can become my first ally."
What do you think
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The mere transmission of the "Water Control Technique" demonstrates the confidence and determination of the Zhu family as a cultivation clan. Their achievements today are not the result of serendipity.
I have met Miss Hang.
Lu Hang's face revealed a strange expression, and he secretly thought to himself, could it be that this young lady wants to make me a strategist for the Zhu family
The next moment
The young lady's cultivation level is at the peak of the third rank, which is considered quite good among cultivators in Ziyun Town, especially since she is only eighteen years old, giving her a significant advantage compared to those cultivators who are often several decades or even hundreds of years old
The young lady turned around, a look of great interest on her face, "I heard that during the day you helped Lvyue and Congfang procure spiritual fruits and spiritual springs... so, I curiously inquired about your friend."
Yes, Sister Lue Er said so
Sister Lue'e, could you demonstrate the "Water Control Technique" for me?
Please show me, Miss
Oh
The young lady has five acres of spiritual rice fields, twenty-seven spiritual tea trees, and five spiritual wells, all entrusted to our servants for management
What Lu Hang said is the truth
Become a monk
I am merely a mortal
Within the residence, Miss and Young Master Zhu Feifan have always been at odds, and the servants in their respective households do not interact with one another. Green E has repeatedly instructed that unless absolutely necessary, one should never approach the Young Master's courtyard. In the past, several maids have carelessly been caught by the Young Master and subsequently disappeared without a trace
After a moment of silence, the young lady spoke again, sighing as she did so
Zhu Fuqin lifted her chin, and for some reason, there was a faint sense of anticipation.
The young lady continued to say
Is there also April Fool's Day in the wild world
I am afraid of death
I remember that the Spirit Rice Field and Spirit Tree both require the "Water Control Technique" to manage..." Lu Hangzhi said in surprise, "Could it be?"
My senior brother is an outstanding disciple among the inner sect of the Xuanxin Sect. He is usually approachable but seldom praises others. Today, he unusually praised a mortal, which piqued my interest
There are many matters
Nothing can escape the discerning eyes of Miss.
I heard the young lady narrate in a voice that sent chills down my spine, "You are indeed very clever, avoiding touching the interests of the main family, striving to remain low-key to preserve yourself, and then quietly earning the price difference through friends. You intend to accumulate one hundred spirit coins through this means to join a nearby small sect?"
Yes
This is the goal that one has longed for and strived to pursue
This young lady is truly something; she arrives without saying a word
Once one becomes a monk, one can detach from the mortal realm. As long as one is within the sphere of influence of Ziyun Town, there is no fear of being arbitrarily killed by other monks, and safety will be ensured
The spell has not yet concluded
Luhang's true feelings were revealed, showing a sense of envy
Green E should have mentioned to you that my senior brother is very interested in you, and at the same time, he has posed a difficult question to you
The mnemonic of "The Water Control Technique" will be passed on to you by Green E. Additionally, from now on, you will reside in the room adjacent to Green E's on the east side. I have already arranged for someone to create an identity plaque for you; with this, you will officially become a servant of the Zhu residence.
The heart of the aviation officer skipped a beat
Zhu Fuqin said
Are you joking
A casual remark from the young lady made Lu Hang's heart skip a beat
The master's courtyard is a forbidden area, the warehouse is a forbidden area, and no one is allowed to approach them. In other places, the servants are also not permitted to wander about unless they are carrying out tasks as instructed by Miss Feng.
Lü E revealed a joyful expression
Why do women in this world tend to probe deeply into any issue they encounter?
Do not be afraid, I just did not expect that at such a young age, you would act so seasoned. Additionally, bringing you here is to establish a certain agreement.
When it came to the end, he hurriedly bowed down
Lü E had a slight sheen of sweat on her forehead, yet her expression was one of intense focus and seriousness, completely immersed in the act of casting the rain spell
The small one is unaware
Do not flatter me. Green E has been by my side for many years, and I know she would not entrust business to you without reason. Your trust in her, withdrawing spiritual items worth over 200 spirit coins from two cultivators without any collateral, is in itself a risky venture. Such boldness is hard to believe could be accomplished by an ordinary servant. Therefore, based on my observations and judgments, I fear that my senior brother's assessment of you is still too low
Lu Hang was astonished to notice that the entire body of the green girl became noticeably damp, gradually forming clusters of transparent liquid in front of her, which then coalesced in her hand, ultimately shaping into a water sphere with a diameter of approximately 10 centimeters
Since it has already been discovered by the young lady, Lu Hangzhi did not attempt to deny it and calmly nodded in acknowledgment
Miss, please speak
Zhu Fuqin naturally did not know the psychological movements of Lu Hangzhi, so she nodded and said: "The rules of the residence, has Green E already explained them to you?"
The water clouds float above the spirit tea tree, delicate and crystalline threads drift down, the leaves of the spirit tea tree emit a faint "rustling" sound, soaking in the rainwater, joyfully and slowly unfurling their branches and leaves
Following the young lady into the main residence of the courtyard, they descended the stairs from a secret passage to a spacious and concealed basement, and Lu Hang's thoughts became increasingly clear and defined
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The young lady spoke calmly, yet she never turned her back, leaving Lu Hang unable to grasp her intentions, thus he also refrained from speaking up.
Yes, Sister Lue Er said that in the absence of instructions from the young lady and the master, we should remain in the courtyard to attend to these spiritual beings and not run around aimlessly.
This ... ...
"No problem, but I cannot guarantee success on the first try." Without further ado, Lvyue agreed and walked in front of a spirit tea tree, repeatedly stating that this was not the time when spiritual energy was most abundant, and that the spell might fail, warning not to laugh if that happened
After a considerable duration, the water and clouds gradually dissipated. Only then did Green E stop the rain, wiping the fragrant sweat from her forehead and saying, "Huh, this is truly exhausting. Brother Hang, did you see clearly? From the initiation of the spell to its conclusion, it takes a long time; only then is it considered complete. I can cast the Water Control Technique at most twice a day, and now my magical power is depleted. I will have to wait until tomorrow morning to recover... Ah, Miss, you have arrived?"
Please answer me a question first
Zhu Fuqin nodded in satisfaction upon hearing this
Succeeded
In the corner of the basement, four luminous pearls are embedded, their faint glow casting the silhouette of the young lady. An invisible pressure envelops the basement as the barrier is activated
The young man will follow the young lady's arrangements
Green E pointed towards the garden
Miss is not present, and Lue Er recounted the rules of the Zhu residence along with what Lu Hang had said.
What was the real reason you were unwilling to accept the spirit coins at Zihu before? Speak honestly
The young lady's smile grew even more pronounced as her gaze seriously swept over Lu Hang's face several times. She said, "I find it quite strange that the banquet at the residence was clearly a last-minute decision, yet you managed to devise a plan in such a short time, secretly earning an astonishing fortune that is inconceivable for you mortals. This can be considered meticulous thinking, and it is no wonder that your senior brother praises you highly."
The water balloon began to wobble and slowly transform, stretching into a small piece of water cloud
Lu Hang was also taken aback; he turned his head and saw Zhu Fuqin standing less than two meters behind him, her expression calm, unaware of how long she had been there.
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Miss's gaze was increasingly filled with admiration for Luhang's calm and composed demeanor
The first step of the Water Control Technique is to gather the water elements, and the second step is to nourish the Spirit Tree with these gathered water elements in the form of rainfall
Sister Green E, what do you usually do?
The young girl in her prime has suddenly vanished, instantly igniting a flurry of thoughts in Lu Hang's mind, yet this does not prevent him from labeling Zhu Feifan as a "dangerous species".
Upon hearing this, Lue E displayed a proud expression: "The young lady specifically taught us the 'Water Control Technique.' You could say we are also half cultivator apprentices, how about that?"
The residence of the Zhu family covers an extensive area, comprising more than twenty courtyards in total. The largest courtyard is the size of a football field and serves as the abode of the master, Zhu Qijun. Next is the courtyard of the main wife, Zhu Feifan, followed by the third largest courtyard occupied by Miss Fuqin, which spans five acres. She has more than twenty maidservants at her disposal, as well as three guests who have reached the pinnacle of the second rank in their cultivation.
Rest assured, since the young lady has accepted you, she will certainly impart to you the "Water Control Technique." Although it may be difficult for us to master it due to our qualifications, the abundant spiritual energy in the courtyard makes it much easier to practice than outside. You will soon be able to grasp it.
Lu Hang took a deep breath and said
Green E explained: "In addition to these, we servants receive three spirit coins and one spirit fruit every month, which is better than what you get from Master Liu, isn't it?"